As much hype as Texas A&M’s historic 2022 recruiting class deserved, the Aggies 2023 cycle is chock-full of talent, including two players poised to receive substantial playing time as soon as the 2023 season opener.
On Tuesday, On3 released their official Preseason True Freshman All-American Team. The two Aggie freshmen I’m referencing made the list, as running back Reuben Owens and offensive lineman/tackle Chase Bisontis.
Both elite athletes in their own right, Owens, who is widely regarded as the best running back prospect in the 2023 class, isn’t just a north/south backfield option but an incredibly versatile receiving option with impressive vision and second-gear acceleration once he makes his first cut.
“There’s a handful of touted 2023 running backs who I think could make a claim for this lone running back spot. We went with Rueben Owens, because I think his versatility and ability to affect the game in the backfield at A&M, who’s going to have to replace Devon Achane. I think he’s in a good position to contribute, especially early in the season.”
Owen has stood out this fall in a loaded running back room that includes Amari Daniels, LeVeon Moss, and Boston College/Colorado State transfer David Baily and will be very hard to keep off the field for Head Coach Jimbo Fisher.
Chase Bistontis’s ceiling as a future NFL starter at either right or left tackle is just one of the reasons we’ll likely see his number called in a rotational setting or simply beating out a more experienced player… stay tuned.
“A big senior riser for On3, and reached the cusp of five-star status, finishing a No. 35 in the On3 Top 300. He is extremely physically developed. Very strong. One of the strongest offensive linemen in the 2023 cycle. And a guy who can play multiple positions along the offensive line. … He can play guard, he can play tackle. I think he has a ton of versatility.”
Not that I’m revealing anything we haven’t already reported, but Bisontis, even more than Owens, has thoroughly impressed the Aggies coaching staff due to his overwhelming strength, quick feet, and veteran-like hand use. The bottom line is that he’s developed beyond his years and will likely earn an All-SEC bid as soon as the 2024 season.
Congratulations to both young men on their well-deserved selection.
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